Joseph A.A. (Pete) Poirier, WO (Ret), born March 6, 1936 in Bathurst, NB, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2014 in Victoria, BC. A loving husband, Pete is survived by his devoted wife and best friend, Gwen (nee Hagell); was a loving father to Michel (Nancy), Johan (Tess), Paul (Pascale), Darryl (Beth) Matthews, Rob Matthews, Paula Hrycenko (Michael) and a loving Poppa to grandchildren Alexandra, Danielle, Sebastian, Matthew, Nova, Jennifer, Michael, Zachary, Sam, Ezra, Jade, Dylan and Drew and great-grandsons Konrad and Ben. A master of buckshee and fixer of anything, Pete was a giant of a man, who served 26 years in the RCAF/CAF as an Aero Engine Technician with postings across Canada, Germany and France and deployments to Morocco, Biafra, Congo. He was awarded an around the world flight by DND as Sergeant of the Year. Later, he enjoyed 12 years in the BC Legislative Security as a Crew Commander. In retirement, he and Gwen travelled the world cruising; circling the globe having great adventures. He will be greatly missed. No service by request. Condolences may be offered to the family below.
Hand in Hand thru time, Je t’aime a la folie.
McCall Bros. Funeral Home
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the love of your life Gwen
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GreggSidwell I worked with “Pit” at the BC legislature. Exchanging stories a few minutes at a time over more than twenty years I grew to know him well and am sincerely saddened to learn he’s gone.
Gregg Sidwell
CBC TV (retired)
greggsidwell@gmail.com
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Patti Faulconbridge As a newcomer to the Fairfield Family I was so happy to meet Gwen and Pete – the “unofficial officials” of the building. There was little that Pete could not or would not do for all of us neighbours and friends. He was a caring giant and so in love with his wife. He enjoyed all of the adventures they shared together and it was cool to hear him giggling about the things they got up to. I heard the boat building competitions on the cruises were pretty cut throat….right up his alley. We will all miss seeing him around but realize that things will be running very smoothly where he is now.
May the wind always be at your back Pete.
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Don and Diane McKendrick Dear Gwen, John , Tess, Michael and family,
We are thinking of you during your time of sorrow. Please accept our sincere condolence and are looking forward to seeing you soon. All our love, Don and Diane
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Kathy Taylor I was very saddened to hear of Pete’s sudden passing. Not only was I privileged to have served on his shift at the Legislature but also considered him one of my dearest friends. I will always remember the kindness he showed me and all the laughs we had. PS Sarah still has the extremely large stuffed cow he gave her. Take care of yourself Gwen and I will be keeping you and all your family in my prayers. Love Kathy
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Judith Hall Dear Gwen I am so sorry to hear of Pete’s death. I was shocked and saddened to read about it on Friday. Pete was very helpful to me when I moved in to my condo and always stopped to have a chat to me when we met. You also helped me through all my travails. I wish you all the best.
Judith Hall
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Charles A.Gibson I was saddend to read about Pete’s passing. I was a coworker of his at the BC Legislature security. He will be missed. He was always happy go lucky. My thoughts and prayers go out to all the family.
Charles Gibson
T’Pitt,
A year has passed and I still miss you the same as on the first day you were gone.
The hurt will never pass and I will never be the same.
Je t’aime a folie.